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Assistant Restaurant Manager – Freak Scene Balham 💥 Punk Asian Plates • Killer Vibes • Balham 💥 Are you obsessed with hospitality? Do you thrive on energy, atmosphere, and creating unforgettable nights? Freak Scene Balham is looking for a rockstar Assistant Restaurant Manager to join our crew. We’re not your average restaurant. Freak Scene is all about punk Asian plates with a hit of chaos and flavour, a place where every service feels like a gig, not a shift. Our vibe is irreverent, high-energy, and totally addictive — and we need a manager who can bring that to life on the floor every single day. What you’ll do: Lead, inspire and support the team alongside the Restaurant Manager Drive exceptional service while keeping things fun, fast and dynamic Champion the Freak Scene culture — guests come for the food, stay for the vibe Keep an eye on the details: floor standards, staff training, and smooth operations Work with the kitchen to deliver our legendary Asian fusion dishes with punch What we’re looking for: A genuine love for hospitality — you live and breathe it Charisma, energy, and the ability to vibe with both guests and team Experience in a busy, premium-casual or indie restaurant setting Organised and switched-on, but never boring Someone who gets the Freak Scene spirit: bold, creative, unafraid Why Freak Scene? Work in one of London’s most original indie restaurant groups Be part of a fast-growing brand with big ambitions A buzzing work environment with a tight-knit, passionate team Competitive salary + tips + opportunities Come get weird with us. ⚡

👨‍🍳 Head Chef – Fern, Bart & Taylor 📍 East Croydon | 💸 Up to £50,000 inc Service Charge | 🍴 Seasonal sharing plates Fern is a stylish, premium restaurant built around fresh, seasonal sharing plates — open 7 days a week for lunch, dinner, Saturday brunch, and a banging Sunday roast. We’re part of Bart & Taylor., a growing group of award-winning boutique bars and restaurants across London and the North. We’re on the hunt for a driven, creative Head Chef to lead our kitchen. You’ll inspire and develop your team, take pride in seasonal menus, and keep standards high while delivering food that makes people talk. 🔥 Why join us? • Up to £50,000pa Inc Service Charge, • Free meals on shift, • Discounts on food + drinks for you & your mates, • 28 days’ holiday (Pro Rata), • Freedom to develop menus + real influence on the kitchen, • Ongoing training + clear career progression, • 30 seconds from East Croydon Station 🧑‍🍳 What you’ll be responsible for: • Leading, motivating & developing the kitchen team, • Full accountability for menu creation within company guidelines, • Managing stock, inventory & reducing wastage, • Controlling labour costs in line with company guidelines, • Ensuring kitchen cleanliness, organisation & food safety standards are always met ✨ What we’re looking for: • A natural leader who inspires confidence in their team, • A passion for fresh, seasonal food and creative menus

Yard Sale Pizza are on the search for an experienced Head Pizza Chef who is a collaborative team leader with excellent pizza making skills to join our amazing team! What will I be doing? • Leading and mentoring a hard working team of chefs in a busy environment., • You'll report to our Kitchen Operations Manager and General Manager and you will be responsible to run all areas of the kitchen on site., • Ensuring the smooth running of the kitchen whilst keeping a positive working environment for the team!, • You’ll be responsible for overseeing and providing excellent pizza quality, kitchen speed and service., • Training and maintaining a competent chef team - providing regular appraisals and keeping the team engaged., • Ensuring that you hit successful GP and portioning figures., • Maintaining 5* Food Hygiene standards., • You’ll be responsible for your team's rota in alignment with budgeted staff costs., • Stock ordering and rotation. What are we looking for? • Someone with masterclass Pizza-making skills with a real passion for pizza!, • Someone who is highly skilled in making Neapolitan-style pizza, making and stretching dough and baking in a stone-based marana oven., • A Head Chef who has previous experience leading and developing a team who enjoys collaboration and has excellent communication skills., • Someone who has first-class organisation skills and attention to detail., • Someone with good knowledge of risk assessments, food safety and hygiene within a commercial kitchen. What’s on offer: • Competitive Hourly Rates., • Full time hours - around 40 per week., • Paid overtime., • Holiday paid in days off or in cash., • Career progression with Yard Sale Pizza - our Shop Head Chefs earn a monthly bonuses based on KPI’s., • Loyalty incentive - extra 50p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service, • Working with a brilliant team in a fast-growing company., • Free pizza on shift and brilliant discounts to enjoy with family and friends., • Staff parties throughout the year., • Uniform and other merchandise to celebrate your milestones working with us. If this sounds good, then we can’t wait to hear from you! Pizza & Love, YSP

We are looking for an experienced chef to run a traditional pub kitchen with a traditional menu. 5+ years of experience in similar establishment is a must. 5 days a week. Salary negotiable for the right person.

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Waitress/Waiter to join our dynamic team at The Black Kitchen on a part-time basis in London. The ideal candidate will provide outstanding service to our customers, ensuring they have an enjoyable dining experience. This position is perfect for someone who is enthusiastic, personable, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. About Us At The Black Kitchen, we are all about bold flavours, community vibes, and creating unforgettable dining experiences. Inspired by our rich culinary heritage, we bring a modern twist to traditional dishes, serving up soulful, flavourful food that keeps our customers coming back for more. Renowned for our super friendly and accommodating service, we would like anyone who comes on board to be aligned with this! Key Responsibilities • Customer Service - Greet and seat customers promptly, presenting menus and answering any questions about the menu and ingredients/allergens. Provide attentive and friendly service throughout their visit., • Order Taking - Accurately take food and beverage orders, and relay them to the chef, kitchen porter’s and bar staff., • Serving Food and Beverages - Deliver orders to the table efficiently, ensuring accuracy and presentation in line with company standards., • Payment Handling - Process payments accurately using the POS system, handle cash, and provide change if necessary., • Cleanliness and Organisation - Maintain the cleanliness and organisation of the dining area, including setting tables, polishing cutlery, and ensuring all areas are tidy and presentable., • Team Collaboration - Work closely with kitchen staff and other team members to ensure smooth and efficient service., • Inventory Management- Help in tracking kitchen supplies and reporting any shortages or needs for replenishment. Key Skills • Prior experience as a waitress (1 year minimum), • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • A positive attitude and a genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer service., • Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment., • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills., • Physical ability to handle the demands of the job, including standing for long periods and lifting heavy items. Qualifications • Food Handling Certificate is desired What We Offer • Competitive wage, • Half-paid day off on your birthday!, • Opportunities for growth within the company, • A supportive and friendly team environment, • Employee meals and discounts (20%) Other • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed If you are passionate about providing exceptional service and thrive in a lively, customer-focused environment, we would love to hear from you!

We’re hiring a Pizza Chef to lead our Tooting kitchen. Fast-paced, positive vibes only. ✅ What You Get: £16-18/hr (incl. service charge) 40–45 hrs/week 2 days off + 28 days holiday Monthly bonus when goal is reached. 🔧 What You’ll Do: Run daily kitchen ops Manage stock & train staff Keep quality & hygiene high 👊 You Are: Experienced & reliable Calm under pressure Passionate about pizza Apply now – Let’s make something great. Pizza chef – Senior chef – Kitchen leader – Immediate start – London – Italian restaurant – Wood-fired pizza

Chef We are looking for a skilled and passionate Chef to join our dynamic team at The Black Kitchen on a part-timebasis in London. The ideal candidate will have a flair for creating delicious dishes, ensuring high-quality standards, and working efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment. This position is perfect for someone who is creative, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering an exceptional dining experience. About Us At The Black Kitchen, we are all about bold flavours, community vibes, and creating unforgettable dining experiences. Inspired by our rich culinary heritage, we bring a modern twist to traditional dishes, serving up soulful, flavourful food that keeps our customers coming back for more. Renowned for our super friendly and accommodating service, we would like anyone who comes on board to be aligned with this! Key Responsibilities 1. Food Preparation and Cooking - Prepare and cook a variety of dishes to the highest standards, following recipes and presentation guidelines., 2. Menu Development - Collaborate with the team to develop exciting new dishes and seasonal menus that align with the restaurant’s concept., 3. Quality Control - Ensure that all dishes are prepared to the correct specifications and meet the company’s quality standards., 4. Kitchen Organisation - Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen workspace, ensuring all tools and ingredients are ready for use., 5. Health and Safety Compliance - Adhere to all food safety and hygiene regulations, maintaining a safe working environment., 6. Stock Management - Monitor inventory levels, assist in ordering supplies, and minimise waste by implementing efficient storage practices. • Proven experience as a chef or in a similar role within a professional kitchen (2 years minimum), • Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food preparation, and kitchen safety practices., • Creativity and a passion for developing innovative dishes., • Excellent organisational and time-management skills., • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment., • Strong communication and leadership abilities., • Physical stamina to handle the demands of the job, including standing for long periods and handling hot or heavy items. Qualifications • Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate is required; additional culinary qualifications are highly desirable. What We Offer • Competitive wage, • Half-paid day off on your birthday!, • Opportunities for growth within the company, • A supportive and friendly team environment, • Employee meals and discounts (20%) Other • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed If you have a love for the culinary world and are ready to step into a leadership role in a lively, customer-focused environment, we would love to hear from you!

🍕 Job Opportunity: Full-Time Pizza Chef – New Store Opening 🍕 Location: Croydon Company: The Real Pizza Company Position: Full-Time Pizza Chef Salary: Competitive Start Date: Asap We're Opening a New Store – and We Need a Pizza Pro! The Real Pizza Company is expanding! As we open the doors to our brand-new location, we're looking for an experienced, passionate, and creative Pizza Chef to lead the kitchen and deliver the exceptional quality our brand is known for. If you're someone who lives and breathes authentic pizza, knows their way around a wood-fired oven, and loves working with fresh, high-quality ingredients – we want to hear from you. 🔥 What You’ll Be Doing: • Preparing and cooking a wide range of pizzas to our exacting standards, • Managing dough preparation, stretching, topping, and baking, • Maintaining a clean and efficient kitchen environment, • Ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are met at all times, • Assisting with menu development and seasonal specials, • Working collaboratively with the front-of-house team to deliver a top-notch customer experience 👨‍🍳 What We’re Looking For: • Previous experience as a pizza chef (wood-fired experience is a bonus), • Passion for Italian food and high-quality ingredients, • Strong work ethic and attention to detail, • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, • Team player with a positive attitude, • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed 🎁 What We Offer: • Competitive full-time salary, • Opportunities for career growth and training, • Staff discounts and meals on shift, • A supportive team environment, • The chance to be part of an exciting new opening with a growing brand.

Reggae Kitchen is a bold and vibrant Caribbean takeaway bringing the authentic flavours of the islands to the heart of the community. We’re now looking for an experienced and highly organised Takeaway Manager to oversee our busy takeaway and delivery service. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering top-quality food and friendly service every time. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the takeaway service at Reggae Kitchen., • Supervise and support takeaway staff including counter assistants, packers, and delivery drivers., • Oversee order flow from in-house and online platforms such as Uber Eats, Deliveroo, and Just Eat., • Ensure all food is prepared, packed, and presented to high standards before leaving the kitchen., • Communicate effectively with the kitchen team to maintain efficiency and accuracy., • Handle customer queries, issues, and complaints promptly and professionally., • Maintain stock levels of packaging, condiments, and other takeaway supplies., • Uphold cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety standards at all times., • Monitor performance of third-party delivery services and identify ways to improve service., • Experience in a similar role within a fast-paced takeaway, restaurant, or food delivery environment., • Confident in managing a small team with strong leadership and communication skills., • Organised, reliable, and able to stay calm under pressure., • Comfortable using delivery apps, POS systems, and managing multiple orders at once., • Passion for Caribbean cuisine and culture is a big plus., • Strong customer service skills and a proactive attitude., • Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses., • Staff meals and generous discounts on Reggae Kitchen favourites., • Opportunity to grow with a fast-rising Caribbean food brand., • Supportive and community-focused team culture., • Ongoing training and development opportunities.

Pizza Chef Description Passionate and skilled Pizza Chef with hands-on experience in preparing authentic, high-quality pizzas using traditional and modern techniques. Adept at working with fresh dough, crafting sauces, and selecting premium toppings to deliver exceptional taste and presentation. Experienced in wood-fired, stone-baked, and electric oven cooking, maintaining consistency under high-volume service. Strong knowledge of food hygiene, kitchen safety, and stock management. Creative in developing new recipes while respecting classic Italian traditions. Dedicated to teamwork, speed, and customer satisfaction. Key Skills: Dough preparation & fermentation Sauce and topping creation Oven operation (wood-fired, stone, deck) Menu development & recipe innovation Food hygiene & safety compliance Time management in busy kitchens

The Role We’re on the lookout for a charismatic and energetic Front of House team member to join Made in Puglia, our vibrant spot inside Tooting Broadway Market. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who’s eager to learn, grow, and become an integral part of a close-knit team. If you love connecting with people and are passionate about delivering top-tier service — we want to hear from you! Key Responsibilities - Provide warm, memorable service to every guest. - Keep the bar and waitress stations clean, organised and guest ready. - Take orders accurately, prepare drinks to standard and handle payments confidently. - Assist the kitchen with packing and managing Deliveroo orders. - Demonstrate strong knowledge of our menu and represent the Made in Puglia brand. - Support the management team by handling guest feedback professionally. What We’re Looking For - Previous front of house experience is a plus, but not essential — we value the right attitude above all. - A confident communicator with a friendly, engaging personality. - A team player with a can-do, hands-on approach. - Someone who pays attention to detail and strives for excellence in everything they do. - A genuine love for food, drinks, and great hospitality. - Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends. (Must be available to work Tuesdays, Fridays & Saturdays) Why Join Us? - Be part of a growing, independent business with opportunities to develop and progress. - Competitive pay including service charge and tips. - Delicious staff meals on shift. - Staff discounts for you, your family & friends. WE ARE CURRENTLY OFFERING 28-35 HOURS A WEEK.

Part-Time Breakfast Chef Wanted – Anna’s Coffee House & Kitchen We’re currently looking for a part-time Breakfast Chef to join our friendly team at Anna’s Coffee House & Kitchen. Location: 227 Lower Addiscombe Road, Croydon, CR0 Hours : Part-time (including early mornings and weekends) Duties: Prepare and cook a small, quality-focused breakfast and brunch menu. Ensure consistency in taste, portion, and presentation. Manage prep, cooking, and plating during morning service. Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen at all times. Stock rotation, labeling, and minimizing food waste. Requirements: Experience cooking breakfast/brunch in a café, restaurant, or similar. Knowledge of basic food safety and kitchen hygiene. Ability to work solo or as part of a small team. Punctual, organized, and able to handle a busy morning rush. Positive attitude, especially in a close, friendly environment. What We Offer: A warm, respectful, family-style work environment Free meals and coffee on shift Input on menu ideas and specials Opportunity to grow with us as we expand Competitive hourly rate depending on experience